Aircraft mechanics generally diagnose, adjust, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems. The implementation of new technologies on new as well as older aircraft has a direct impact on the demand and salaries for aircraft mechanics. Employers are increasingly looking for aircraft mechanics who also have a knowledge of avionics, in order for them to be able to work on these electronic components in new aircraft, and install and maintain them in older aircraft.

The top-paying aircraft mechanics salaries are with major airlines; couriers and express delivery services such as FedEx or UPS; companies that manufacture navigational, measuring, electro-medical and control instruments; scientific research and development services; and gas and oil extraction companies.

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